East Lothian · Scotland

Bath Resealing for Humbie homes

We travel to Humbie for bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Mould you cannot clean out
  • Gaps by the taps
  • Water getting behind the bath or tray
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath resealing for Humbie homes

How to care for the repair

Aftercare is simple:

  • Let steam out after showers
  • Do not stand toiletries on the seal
  • Use the extractor fan
  • Reseal at the first sign of lifting

Keep the room well ventilated, and wipe the joints after use.

Mouldy sealant is more than a cosmetic problem, it’s a sign moisture is sitting in the joint. Resealing early keeps water out of the walls and floor.

About our bath resealing in Humbie

We reseal baths with them filled with water, so the joint opens fully, so the seal does not tear when the bath is first used. We work on kitchen worktops & sinks, shower trays & enclosures and basins & vanity units, and common reasons people contact us are silicone smeared on tiles and stained silicone.

A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.

Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath
Area
Humbie (EH36)
Region
East Lothian
Warranty
One year on every repair
Price
Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

What bath resealing costs

Each job gets its own fixed quote. This is what makes a difference:

  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • How hard the colour is to match
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • The material

No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.

Quotes from your pictures

Photographing the damage takes a minute. Try to send:

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • A wider photo showing the whole bath or shower

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole bath or shower, include your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.

What happens on the day

It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, cover and mask the work area, and get on with the job, which typically takes around two hours. If anything looks different from your pictures, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.

  1. We protect the area and mask the joint lines.
  2. Old sealant and residue are removed.
  3. The joint is cleaned, treated and dried.
  4. Fresh silicone is applied in a continuous bead.
  5. We smooth the bead, remove the tape and leave it to cure.

Before we arrive

  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Keep a parking space free if you can
  • Let the surface dry out before the visit

Ask for a price

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed quote without visiting.

Send pictures for a quote

Advice

Our work in Humbie

Humbie is about 8 miles south-west of Haddington, in East Lothian. From the centre of Humbie to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Our repair technicians cover all 48 towns and villages in East Lothian. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 15 miles away.

Our technicians cover all of EH36. Streets in the area include Shillinghill and Kippithill. If you’re just outside Humbie, we cover East Saltoun (3 miles north), Wester Pencaitland (4 miles north), Easter Pencaitland (4 miles north), Pencaitland (4 miles north) and Pathhead (4 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Musselburgh (10 miles north-west), Haddington (8 miles north-east), Tranent (7 miles north-west), North Berwick (15 miles north), Prestonpans (8 miles north-west) and Cockenzie and Port Seton (9 miles north-west).

What’s near Humbie

Our customers here include homes close to Humbie Parish Church. Other landmarks nearby include East Saltoun Old Castle (3.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Soutra Hill.

Map of Humbie © OpenStreetMap contributors

Landlords, agents and businesses in Humbie

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.

Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair will not last.

Why it’s worth resealing in Humbie

A professional reseal costs little compared with water damage. It’s quick, tidy and protects your home. We charge the same wherever you are, so there is no premium for Humbie. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Humbie

  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • A fixed quote before booking
  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • Rooms protected and left tidy

Take a look at our full price list.

When to call us in Humbie

Sealant doesn’t last forever. Each shower leaves moisture and soap behind, which mould feeds on, and the joint moves slightly every time the bath is filled.

The most common problems we’re called about are:

  • Black mould in the sealant
  • Leaks at the edges
  • A messy previous reseal
  • Silicone coming away from the tiles

Comparing quotes

  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • How the colour is matched
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers

How to compare quotes

Repairs by material

Baths

We fill the bath before sealing, to open the joint fully.

Sinks and worktops

We reseal basins, vanity tops and kitchen worktops, once the joint is completely dry.

Humbie questions

Do you hold any accreditations?

We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

Why does mould come back so fast?

Mould needs moisture. Run the fan, dry the joints and the new seal stays cleaner for longer.

Can landlords book you?

Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across East Lothian.

Is there any odour?

There can be some smell while we work. It clears as the materials cure.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Yes, almost always. Clear photos let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.

What happens after I send photos?

We come back with a fixed quote, plus dates. You are under no obligation.

Is there a call-out fee?

There’s no separate call-out charge. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.

How long does a reseal take?

A bath or shower generally takes a couple of hours. It then needs time to cure.

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